New to Smoking

[mike65]

My name is Mike Santello.  I live in Florida with my wonderful wife and 2 kids. I have a Stainless Steel ECB - great smoker for newbies.  My intrest for BBQ has increased since I got my ECB.  1st smoke was some ribs.  After reading some info on the mods for the ECB my 2nd smoke was a pork butt.  With the added mods to my ECB - it still needs more mods.  Looking forward to this new art of BBQ.

Mike

 

[kathrynn]

to SMF!  We are so glad you joined us! Would you mind updating your profile to show the other SMF members where you are located?  You might be surprised to find a few neighbors!

I started out with an Electric Brinkman......boy did she put out some great food too!  Still does!

Jeff offers a free 5 day E-Course.  It's packed with great information to use...no matter what your experience level might be!  http://www.smoking-meat.com/smoking-basics-ecourse  

If you didn't read the "Terms of Service" notes.....please do.  There are a few things that everyone should know about those pesky little rules before plunging into the forums. http://www.smokingmeatforums.com/a/terms-of-service

If you need any help roaming around the forums....just holler!  Happy to help out!

Happy Memorial Day! 

Kat

 

[seenred]

Welcome to the forums, Mike! Glad you've joined us. You've found a great place to learn and share ideas on our favorite pastime...grilling and smoking great food! There are lots of friendly and knowledgeable people here who really enjoy helping one another. Just ask when you need help and you'll get plenty.

Red

 

[s2k9k]

Hi Mike! :welcome1:to SMF!!! We're happy you joined us!

 

[mike65]

to SMF!  We are so glad you joined us! Would you mind updating your profile to show the other SMF members where you are located?  You might be surprised to find a few neighbors!

I started out with an Electric Brinkman......boy did she put out some great food too!  Still does!

Jeff offers a free 5 day E-Course.  It's packed with great information to use...no matter what your experience level might be!  http://www.smoking-meat.com/smoking-basics-ecourse  

If you didn't read the "Terms of Service" notes.....please do.  There are a few things that everyone should know about those pesky little rules before plunging into the forums. http://www.smokingmeatforums.com/a/terms-of-service

If you need any help roaming around the forums....just holler!  Happy to help out!

Happy Memorial Day! 

Kat

"Kat, I've noticed there is a 2" gap around my lid once it's on which is causing a lot of my heat to escape from the smoker. . Is there a caulk out there to fix that issue"

 

[oldschoolbbq]

Welcome,Mike. Just sit back and the ECB folks will be by to lead you to Nervana

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Have fun and . . .

 

[kathrynn]

With the ECB....mine is electric....the only vent opening in mine is at the top of the lid.  There has to be a place for the smoke to leave...and that is just part of the beast.  Now...for other fixes and stuff....I didnt do any.  Noticed that you have read up on some of the mods.  I know there was a member who used a stove gasket around his lid...and he called it the "neck tie".  Check back in the area again...and see what they say again.

Good Luck!

Kat

 

[mossymo]

Glad you joined us Mike, :welcome1: from North Dakota!